Littledown Surgery

GP Partner

The closing date is 28 November 2025

Job summary

We welcome applications/expression of interest in a rare opportunity to join us in a GP Partnership role (5 sessions) that will arise at Littledown Surgery from next April.

Main duties of the job

To work as an autonomous practitioner, responsible for the provision of medical services to the practice population, delivering an excellent standard of clinical care whilst complying with the PMS contract. Furthermore, the post-holder will adhere to the GMC standards for good medical practice, contributing to the effective management of the practice, leading by example, maintaining a positive, collaborative working relationship with fellow partners and the multidisciplinary team.

We would expect our new partner to be an integral leader of our practice family leading by example with high quality clinical practice as well as being business-minded with a deep commitment to our practice ethos. For this commitment you will be well rewarded financially and will have the opportunity also to invest in our well-kept practice premises.

About us

We are a small but very happy and progressive training practice serving c.6200 patients located in a pleasant suburb of Bournemouth near the Royal Bournemouth Hospital and adjacent to the JP Morgan Bournemouth site.

Our team consists of 2 GP Partners, 3 Salaried GPs, a part-time in-house Clinical Pharmacist, an experienced Physician Associate, 2 experienced Practice Nurses with respiratory and diabetes special interests, and an Advanced HCA, supported by a friendly and efficient administrative and management team.

We are part of a forward thinking and well-functioning Primary Care Network, Bournemouth East Collaborative PCN who provide a great visiting service and Enhanced Care Team as well as excellent access to First Contact Physios, Mental Health Practitioners and Pharmacists as well as providing the out of hours GP appointments at the PCN treatment centre. There will also be opportunities for the successful candidate to become involved in the PCN in senior roles.

Our practice is well known for its holistic family centred care, with a manageable list size enabling continuity and high-quality personalised care. We have consistently high levels of patient and staff satisfaction.

Details

Date posted

22 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0860-25-0001

Job locations

Harewood Crescent

Bournemouth

BH7 7BU


Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the GP partner. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

b. The provision of services commensurate with the PMS contract

c. Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

d. Effective management of long-term conditions

e. Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks

f. On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles

g. Accept responsibility for a specialist interest within the practice i.e. dermatology

h. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance

i. Contribute to the effective management of the practice, including administration, planning, strategy, BRPs etc.

j. Show leadership qualities, working collaboratively, ensuring an even distribution of the practice workload

k. Identify, implement and embed best practice through clinical guidelines and the audit process

l. To take responsibility for continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice

m. Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF

n. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

o. Represent the practice at external meetings

p. Contribute to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training, financial management and HR

q. Ensure compliance with the appraisal process

r. Prepare and complete the revalidation process

s. Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team

t. Training of medical students from all clinical disciplines

u. Remain fully focused on the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure

v. Prepare and attend partnership meetings contributing in a positive manner

w. Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times

x. Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the GP Partner may be requested to:

a. Participate in practice audits as requested by the audit lead

b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

c. Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e. root cause analysis (RCA)

d. Drives the development of enhanced services within the practice, liaising external agencies and professional organisations as required

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the GP partner. There may be on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

b. The provision of services commensurate with the PMS contract

c. Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

d. Effective management of long-term conditions

e. Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks

f. On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles

g. Accept responsibility for a specialist interest within the practice i.e. dermatology

h. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy and guidance

i. Contribute to the effective management of the practice, including administration, planning, strategy, BRPs etc.

j. Show leadership qualities, working collaboratively, ensuring an even distribution of the practice workload

k. Identify, implement and embed best practice through clinical guidelines and the audit process

l. To take responsibility for continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice

m. Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF

n. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required

o. Represent the practice at external meetings

p. Contribute to the development and maintenance of the practice including; clinical governance, training, financial management and HR

q. Ensure compliance with the appraisal process

r. Prepare and complete the revalidation process

s. Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team

t. Training of medical students from all clinical disciplines

u. Remain fully focused on the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure

v. Prepare and attend partnership meetings contributing in a positive manner

w. Review and adhere to practice protocols and policies at all times

x. Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, promoting a culture of continuous improvement at all times

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the GP Partner may be requested to:

a. Participate in practice audits as requested by the audit lead

b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

c. Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e. root cause analysis (RCA)

d. Drives the development of enhanced services within the practice, liaising external agencies and professional organisations as required

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Qualifications
  • Qualified GP
  • MRCGP
  • Full GMC Registration without restrictions
  • National Performers List registration
  • Appropriate defence indemnity
  • Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
  • Experience
  • Experience of working in a primary care environment
  • Experience of continued professional development
  • Experience of QOF and clinical audit
  • General understanding of the PMS contract
  • Clinical Knowledge & Skills
  • Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP / GP Partner
  • Skills
  • Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
  • Strong IT skills
  • Clear, polite telephone manner
  • Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
  • EMIS / Systmone / Vision user skills
  • Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
  • Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Problem solving & analytical skills
  • Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
  • Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes
  • Experience with clinical risk management
  • Personal Qualities
  • Polite and confident
  • Flexible and cooperative
  • Motivated, forward thinker
  • Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
  • High levels of integrity and loyalty
  • Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
  • Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations
  • Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development
  • Effectively utilises resources
  • Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
  • Other requirements
  • Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
  • Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
  • Occupational Health Clearance
  • Project lead as required with CQC, ICBs and QOF
  • Strategic business planning
  • Partake in financial management decisions/meetings

Desirable

  • Qualifications
  • GP Trainer - CCT Prospective Trainer Course (PTC) / PG Certificate in Medical Education
  • Experience
  • Experience of medicines management
  • Experience of NHS initiatives
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Qualifications
  • Qualified GP
  • MRCGP
  • Full GMC Registration without restrictions
  • National Performers List registration
  • Appropriate defence indemnity
  • Eligibility to practice in the UK independently
  • Experience
  • Experience of working in a primary care environment
  • Experience of continued professional development
  • Experience of QOF and clinical audit
  • General understanding of the PMS contract
  • Clinical Knowledge & Skills
  • Outstanding level of clinical knowledge and skills commensurate with that of an experienced GP / GP Partner
  • Skills
  • Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
  • Strong IT skills
  • Clear, polite telephone manner
  • Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
  • EMIS / Systmone / Vision user skills
  • Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
  • Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Problem solving & analytical skills
  • Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
  • Experience with audit and able to lead audit programmes
  • Experience with clinical risk management
  • Personal Qualities
  • Polite and confident
  • Flexible and cooperative
  • Motivated, forward thinker
  • Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required
  • High levels of integrity and loyalty
  • Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
  • Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations
  • Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development
  • Effectively utilises resources
  • Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort
  • Other requirements
  • Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
  • Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
  • Occupational Health Clearance
  • Project lead as required with CQC, ICBs and QOF
  • Strategic business planning
  • Partake in financial management decisions/meetings

Desirable

  • Qualifications
  • GP Trainer - CCT Prospective Trainer Course (PTC) / PG Certificate in Medical Education
  • Experience
  • Experience of medicines management
  • Experience of NHS initiatives

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Littledown Surgery

Address

Harewood Crescent

Bournemouth

BH7 7BU


Employer's website

https://www.littledownsurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Littledown Surgery

Address

Harewood Crescent

Bournemouth

BH7 7BU


Employer's website

https://www.littledownsurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Practice Manager

Fiona Francis

fiona.francis@dorsetgp.nhs.uk

01202705008

Details

Date posted

22 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A0860-25-0001

Job locations

Harewood Crescent

Bournemouth

BH7 7BU


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